1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Mulsanne | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 82 L |
